Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
6 unit

salmon fillets

skin on

0.13 cup

extra virgin olive oil

1 tsp

salt

0.5 tsp

freshly ground black pepper

0.5 tsp

turmeric

0.5 tsp

paprika

2 tbsp

extra virgin olive oil

1 unit

onion

diced

0.5 unit

green bell pepper

diced

2 cloves

garlic

minced

1 tsp

salt

0.5 tsp

freshly ground black pepper

0.5 tsp

turmeric

0.75 cup

walnuts

chopped

0.5 cup

dried barberries

3 tbsp

pomegranate molasses

Step 1
~3 min

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2
~3 min

Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and coat with olive oil.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 3
~3 min

Place salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 4
~3 min

Sprinkle salmon fillets with salt, pepper, turmeric, and paprika.

Step 5
~3 min

Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until cooked through.

Step 6
~3 min

While the salmon bakes, heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.

Step 7
~3 min

Sauté onion and diced green bell pepper until the onion is golden brown.

Step 8
~3 min

Add minced garlic, salt, pepper, and turmeric to the pan.

Step 9
~3 min

Cook for 5 minutes over medium-low heat.

Step 10
~3 min

Add chopped walnuts to the pan and stir well.

Step 11
~3 min

Mix in the dried barberries and pomegranate molasses.

Step 12
~3 min

Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly.

Step 13
~3 min

Once the salmon is baked, top each fillet with the barberry-walnut mixture.

Step 14
~3 min

Serve immediately.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Toast the walnuts lightly before chopping for a deeper flavor.

Adjust the amount of pomegranate molasses to suit your taste.

Serve with a side of couscous or rice to soak up the flavorful sauce.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

The barberry-walnut topping can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of roasted vegetables or a green salad.

Pair with a dollop of plain yogurt or sour cream.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Roasted Asparagus
Lemon Rice

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Middle East/Persia

Cultural Significance

Barberries and walnuts are common ingredients in Persian cuisine, often used in rice dishes and stews.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Nowruz (Persian New Year)

Occasion Tags

Dinner Party
Weeknight Meal
Special Occasion

Popularity Score

65/100

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